WHY DO BOXERS DIE? UNDERSTANDING THE RISKS AND REALITIES OF BOXING

Boxer lying on the canvas after being knocked down during a match as the referee begins the count, with the opponent standing in the background.

Boxing is often called “the sweet science,” but behind the glamour of big fight nights lies a sobering truth: it is one of the most dangerous combat sports in the world. While mixed martial arts, kickboxing, and wrestling all carry risk, boxing has a long history of in-ring and post-fight fatalities. Understanding why boxers die, […]